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Oct 6

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COUNTING DOWN TO BUSINESS IN THE KEY OF D

As we head into the slower season for gigs, now is the time to get your business in order. That's why the Michigan Music Alliance is here - to help you with your career.

Take advantage of the largest gathering of Detroit area musicians by joining us at Wayne State University on October 17th for Business in the Key of D! Bring your business cards, mixtapes, CDs, notebooks, questions and an open mind. There's a lot to learn at this years event including:

How to Get Booked at Festivals

How to Create Standing Gigs

The Results of the Detroit Music Census

Building an EPK

Sync Licensing

and MORE!

Not only do we have a full day of workshops, panel discussions and mentor sessions planned, but also we'll close the day with an inspiring keynote address from Khary Kimani Turner.

This year, in order to maximize your networking time, we're providing lunch for attendees that register in advance. The cost is built in to the admission price of only $65.

Registration is open now. MMA members receive an *automatic 20% discount. The full schedule and lineup is available on our website.

Supported by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

*You must be signed in at time of purchase to receive automatic discount. Please visit our website for full membership benefits.

BUSINESS IN THE KEY OF D AT A GLANCE

Host: Michigan Music Alliance Date: Saturday, October 17th Time: 8:30 am–4:30 pm Location: Wayne State University Music Department

Address: 480 W. Hancock St, Detroit

What It Is The 2nd Annual Business in the Key of D is a one-day conference focused building community and educating artists on the business side of the music industry.

100+ Michigan musicians expected
25 Detroit music industry professionals
12 workshops
3 panel discussions
1 on 1 Mentor Sessions

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